High Protein & Fiber Meal Plan
Are you getting at least 25 grams of fiber on a daily basis? If so, I am impressed - because even I struggle to do this! Protein gets all the hype but fiber is just as beneficial!
Understanding the positive effects of integrating more protein and fiber into your diet can be a powerful motivator to actually make healthy lifestyle changes.
Comment to receive the meal plan or head to my site (moderatelymessyRD.com) and search “benefits of protein and fiber”.
*Let's Talk Fiber*
It's is one of those underrated nutrients that does SO MUCH for our health.
1. Like protein, fiber slows down the digestion of our food - keeping us fuller for longer.
Therefore, if we prioritize protein and fiber we’re less likely to turn to convenience foods or processed snacks, which may decrease overall caloric intake and help to maintain a healthier lifestyle.
This also helps to stabilize blood sugar.
2. A high fiber diet can reduce fasting blood glucose and Hgb A1C, and is encouraged as a diet strategy for those with Type II diabetes.
3. Not only does fiber promote bowel regularity, but the fermentation of fiber in our gut creates short-chain fatty acids, which plays a role in our immune function and helps regulate inflammation.
4. Soluble fiber can lower LDL cholesterol and reduce risk of cardiovascular disease (the leading cause of death!).
I could go on...and on... and on. But I have already done that in my 3-Day High Protein & Fiber Meal Plan (on my website + many more resources).
If you’re just starting to consume a diet higher in fiber, it is best to start low and go slow. Gradually increase the amount of fiber you’re eating over the course of a few weeks to prevent digestive discomfort, like bloating, constipation and abdominal pain.
It’s also very important to drink a lot of water, as fiber absorbs water and helps to soften stools and promote bowel regularity.
